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10-09-2010, 08:42 AM
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Suugestions for removing tree sap
I have some spots of tree sap from pine trees on the vinyl of our Wildwood expandable. I would like to give it a good cleaning and remove the sap before I put ti away for winter. Does anybody have suggestions for removing it without harming the vinyl and diminishing its waterproof capability? Any help would be appreciated.
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10-09-2010, 08:53 AM
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Lacquer thinner.
Apply with a spray bottle. Rub lightly. Wipe clean.
Later,
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10-09-2010, 09:52 AM
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WD 40 will dissolve it if its still sticky.
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10-09-2010, 10:00 AM
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camping world has some stuff , Black streak remover, that i use, I have a western red ceder in my back yard that turns my 5th wheel red if I dont have it covered, and this stuff is great, I use that and a Rubbing pad that dosnt scratch the fiberglass to remove the red streaks
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03-05-2015, 07:44 PM
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Usually all you need is cold soapy water.If that doesn't work try a good wax and grease remover.
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03-05-2015, 07:50 PM
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WD40......
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03-05-2015, 07:56 PM
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Goo Gone worked very well for us.
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03-05-2015, 10:03 PM
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Isopropyl alcohol
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03-06-2015, 12:10 AM
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Wow! Resurrecting a 4 1/2 year old thread.
Since alive again, this is why you need to get PUGs.
then your vinylized canvas would stay clean.
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03-06-2015, 12:43 AM
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I would hope if he ain't got it off by now he gave up.......
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03-14-2015, 06:30 PM
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Hand sanitizer. Works great.
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03-14-2015, 07:00 PM
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Pressure wash worked great on my vinyl awning. imho don't care for black streak.
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06-26-2015, 07:56 PM
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Rubbing alcohol
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06-26-2015, 08:07 PM
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WD-40
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06-26-2015, 08:28 PM
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Bug and tar remover made by Turtle Wax. Then good wax applied after cleaning.
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11-05-2015, 12:31 AM
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Suugestions for removing tree sap
I thought I read somewhere that you shouldn't apply anything that has alcohol on your tent vinyl as it will diminish the protective coating? I purchased a mildew remover which also says can remove tree sap. But I haven't gotten around to giving it a go since the weather where I'm at has been a bit dreary.
So can you use WD40, Goo Gone & all other things like that on the vinyl safely? If so, that would be better since I have plenty of those things in the garage. Thanks in advance.
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11-05-2015, 04:55 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RebelUnit
I thought I read somewhere that you shouldn't apply anything that has alcohol on your tent vinyl as it will diminish the protective coating? I purchased a mildew remover which also says can remove tree sap. But I haven't gotten around to giving it a go since the weather where I'm at has been a bit dreary.
So can you use WD40, Goo Gone & all other things like that on the vinyl safely? If so, that would be better since I have plenty of those things in the garage. Thanks in advance.
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get some Popup Gizmos first so that the canvas is protected from tree sap.
Way easier to remove it from the PUGs than the canvas.
plus you get the temp control benefit also.
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2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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11-05-2015, 05:17 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RebelUnit
I thought I read somewhere that you shouldn't apply anything that has alcohol on your tent vinyl as it will diminish the protective coating? I purchased a mildew remover which also says can remove tree sap. But I haven't gotten around to giving it a go since the weather where I'm at has been a bit dreary.
So can you use WD40, Goo Gone & all other things like that on the vinyl safely? If so, that would be better since I have plenty of those things in the garage. Thanks in advance.
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Anything with petroleum distillates should be used with caution on vinyl......it can strip away the plasticizers in the vinyl and make it become stiff and crack. Harsh cleaners such as Simple Green and the like should be diluted first. Plasticizers is what makes vinyl pliable.....wash with Oxiclean and then use your favorite vinyl protectant with UV protection every once in a while.....this helps keep things from sticking. I like Turtle Wax Super Protectant......come in a very bright green bottle. Popup Gizmos is another item that will help keep things clean
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